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You’re Invited! THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 22 | 7 PM Cascades Manor House Henry Ford Allegiance Women’s Health Center invites you to join us for a special evening of laughter featuring comedian Mary Faktor. Mary will be performing her one-woman show: “The Six Ages of Woman: A comedy show about Love, Marriage, Kids, Aging and Other Junk Like That.” A professional actor, speaker, business owner and author, Mary Faktor has touched the hearts and funny bones of thousands for 31 years—

Free Community Program in Honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month

and counting. She was featured in the Oscarnominated film American Splendor and the PBS film You Are Here, among others. The cost for the evening is $10 per person. Seating is limited. Call (517) 205–4377 to register.

Henry Ford Allegiance Women’s Health Center invites you to an educational event on Thursday, October 27 at 7 PM. Understanding Your Mammogram: Breast Density, Diagnosis and Treatment will be presented by general surgeon Phillip Frantzis, MD, and radiologist David Williamson, MD. This free program takes place at the Cascades Manor House in Jackson. Seating is limited. Please call (888) 335-7241 today for reservations.

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What’s New at Henry Ford Allegiance Health? BONE DENSITY TESTING A DXA scan is the only test that can diagnose osteoporosis

energy x-ray absorptiometry. If you have a lower bone density,

before a broken bone occurs. This test helps to estimate the

you have a greater risk of breaking a bone.

density of your bones and your chance of breaking a bone.

Patients can now schedule a DXA bone density test at the

The National Osteoporosis Foundation (NOF) recommends a bone density test of the hip and spine by a central DXA machine to diagnose osteoporosis. DXA stands for dual

Henry Ford Allegiance Women’s Health Center. Call (517) 205-4377 for an appointment.

PLASTIC SURGERY

DERMATOLOGY

Henry Ford Allegiance Plastic Surgery specializes in both cosmetic

The team of experts at Henry Ford Allegiance Dermatology can:

and reconstructive surgery. Our goal is to provide you with safe,

• Treat acne

high quality surgical care with the best outcome possible.

• Detect, diagnose and treat skin cancer • Manage skin disorders, such as eczema, psoriasis or rosacea

MEET DR. NGUYEN

• Relieve infections to due fungus or virus, e.g., warts

Plastic and Reconstructive surgeon Vinh Nguyen, DO, earned his degree from West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Nguyen completed a fellowship in plastic and reconstructive surgery at Detroit Medical Center – Sinai Grace Hospital. His residency and internship took place at Mount Clemens Regional

• Minimize reactions to plants, such as poison ivy • Remedy hair loss, dandruff and brittle nails • Recommend effective ways to protect skin

MEET THE HENRY FORD ALLEGIANCE DERMATOLOGY TEAM

Medical Center. Dr. Nguyen is a member of the American College

Helen D’Sa, DO, is a graduate of Michigan State University College of

of Osteopathic Surgeons.

Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. D’Sa completed an internship with Henry

General reconstructive plastic surgery includes • Breast reduction

Ford Hospital and a residency at Pontiac Osteopathic Hospital. Kate Viola, MD, Dermatology Medical Director, is a graduate of Howard University College of Medicine, Washington, DC. She completed a

• Breast reconstruction

fellowship and residency at Albert Einstein College of Medicine,

• Skin cancer or pressure sore flaps

Bronx, New York.

• Lower extremity trauma

Kathryn Fahlstrom, PA-C, has a Master of Science in physician

Cosmetic plastic surgery includes

assistant studies from Grand Valley State University. Nationally

• Face lift

• Liposuction

• Rhinoplasty

• Body contouring

HENRY FORD ALLEGIANCE PLASTIC SURGERY 2200 Springport Rd, Suite 260 Jackson, MI 49202

(517) 205-2107

certified, she is a fellow member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants.

HENRY FORD ALLEGIANCE DERMATOLOGY 4304 Page Avenue, Suite 200 Michigan Center, MI 49254 (517) 205-2106

Dr. Nguyen will join the spectrum of services of the Henry Ford Allegiance Health Center on Spring Arbor Road in spring 2017.

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Classes and Events September, October, November 2016 HENRY FORD ALLEGIANCE WOMEN’S HEALTH CENTER Unless specified otherwise, all activities take place at 3305 Spring Arbor Road.

COMMUNITY EVENT WITH COMEDIAN MARY FAKTOR Thursday, September 22 Cascades Manor House

WOMEN’S BOOK CLUB Monday, September 12

See page 1 for details.

Monday, October 10

FREE COMMUNITY EVENT Understanding Your Mammogram: Breast Density, Diagnosis and Treatment Thursday, October 27 Cascade Manor House See page 1 for details.

FOOT CARE CLINIC Henry Ford Allegiance Personal Care Nurse Thursday, September 1, 15, 29 Thursday, October 13, 27 Thursday, November 10 1:30 – 3 PM Cost: $30; $20 for follow-up appointment, if you bring supplies. Call (517) 841-6995; choose option one for the scheduler.

GLUTEN FREE SUPPORT GROUP Monday, September 26 Monday, October 31 Monday, November 28 Noon – 1 PM Allegiance Women’s Health Center Cost: Free Call (517) 205-4377 for reservations.

The Aviator’s Wife by Melanie Benjamin In the Blood by Lisa Unger

Monday, November 14 Five Days Left by Julie Lawson Timmer 5:30 PM Cost: Free; reservations not required.

GIRLS ONLY Valerie Straka, BSN, RN Saturday, October 8 10 AM – Noon Cost: Free; mom or another trusted female adult is encouraged to attend with girls. Call (517) 205-4377 for reservations.

PERSONAL TRAINING SESSIONS with Fitness Consultants Ida Smith, Katie Crowley, Michelle Woods or Amy Hernandez Three 60-minute personalized sessions (Saturday sessions available) Cost: $90; Perks: $75 Call (517) 780-9530 for appointment.

PERSONAL YOGA TRAINING SESSIONS Instructors: Kim McGowan, RYT; Debra Figiel, RYT; Jeanette Lamphere, RYT Cost for 3 sessions: $90; Perks: $75 Cost for 1 session: $35; Perks: $30 Call (517) 205-4377 to schedule.

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Henry Ford Allegiance Women’s Health Center Fitness Classes and Events August 2016 – January 2017 Please see the schedule (on reverse side) for individual class starting dates. All classes and events take place at theHenry Ford Allegiance Women’s Health Center, on Spring Arbor Road, unless indicated otherwise.

We welcome a new yoga instructor Stacey Fairbanks, RYT Stacey will offer an introductory yoga class on Monday mornings focusing on stretching and lengthening, perfect for beginners. (See schedule for details.)

Ejercicios para Mujeres/Exercise for Women Instructor: Amy Hernandez ¡NUEVO! Ejercicios para Mujeres, Esta clase se conduce en español. Aprende a levantar pesas para ponerse en forma. Habrá instrucción sobre Pilates, lo básico de aerobics, y ejercicios abdominales. ¡Emprende una rutina de ejercicio con nosotras y disfruta del ánimo que ofrece esta clase! Si tiene preguntas, favor de llamar a Amy (517) 917-1903. This Friday afternoon class is conducted in Spanish. Learn to lift weights and tone. Includes instruction about Pilates, basic aerobics, and abdominal exercises. Start an exercise routine with us and get motivated! Call Amy with any questions (517) 917-1903.

Power Pump - co-ed classes offered Instructor: Amy Hernandez Men and women can increase strength, balance and flexibility using barbells and assorted fitness equipment with lively music. All levels welcome, work at your own pace and fitness level.

Prenatal and Postnatal Pilates Fitness Classes Instructor: Katie Crowley Babies welcome.

Nia Returns Instructor: Marlene Young Nia combines martial arts, modern dance, and yoga in a workout set to music.

Returning Classes Aerobics Beyond Core Combo with Drums Alive Chair Yoga Gentle Yoga

Gliding Pilates Strength Training/Stretch/ Balance Zumba Gold

Personal Training Sessions with Certified Fitness Consultants:

Katie Crowley Amy Hernandez Ida Smith Michelle Woods Cost for 3 sessions: $90; Perks $75 Cost for 1 session: $35, Perks $30 Call (517-768-4377 for appointment.

Personal Yoga Training Sessions Certified RYT Instructor:

Jeanette Lamphere, RYT Cost for 3 sessions: $90; Perks $75 Cost for 1 session: $35, Perks $30 Call (517) 768-4377 for appointment.

Personalized Classes: We can design a class and time to meet the needs of your group. Minimum of four or more participants required. Call and ask for Ida to schedule.

Congratulations to this year’s “Walk It!” winners. You’re an inspiration! 1st place, Lori Swihard, 414 miles, prize….Fit Bit 2nd place, Dawn Platt, 249.514 miles, prize…$25 Women’s Center Gift Card 3rd place, Lori Hoop, 244.40, prize…$25 Women’s Center Gift Card

(Begins September 8, Co-ed, men welcome)

Low to Moderate Aerobics w/Strength and Balance (KC) Strength, Stretch & Balance (KC) Strength, Stretch & Balance (KC) Power Pump (AH)

Clip-n-Save— and Get in Shape!

Note: You do not need to enroll in Perks to use any of our services or programs.

Perks Rewards: Offers discounts on classes, products, and services. Cost: $40 Renewal after first year : $25

4:45 p.m. Gliding (AH) 6 p.m. NIA™ (MY) (returns Aug. 15th.)

8 a.m. 9 a.m. 10 a.m. 12 p.m.

Thursdays

4:15 p.m. NIA (MY) (returns Aug. 15th.) 5:30 p.m. Strength Training (KS)

(Pre-registration recommended, babies welcome)

11:15 a.m. Mommy Pilates, postnatal (KC)

(This class will meet every other Monday, tentatively begins Sept. 12th)

8:15 9:30 10:45 1:45

a.m. a.m. a.m. p.m. (This class will be taught in Spanish)

Pilates (KC) Yoga Balance (AR) Gentle Chair Yoga (AR) Ejercicios para Mujeres/Exercise for Women(AH) (Begins September 9th)

Fridays

recommended)

Pilates (KC) Strength, Stretch & Balance (KC) Strength, Stretch & Balance (KC) Power Pump (AH) (Co-ed, men welcome) Combo: Strength, Stretch, Balance w/ Drums Alive (IS) (returns Sept. 13) 5:30p.m. Beyond Core (AH) 6:45 p.m. Prenatal Pilates (KC) (Pre-registration

8 a.m. 9 a.m. 10 a.m. 12 p.m. 4:15 pm

Cost adjusted for classes less than 12 weeks.

12 week sessions Cost: $78 Perks: $60 Drop-ins: (if space available) Cost: $6.50 Perks: $5

Personal Trainer Sessions and Consults: Cost: 3 sessions $90 Perks: $75 1 session: $35 Perks: $30 Trainers: Ida, Katie, Michelle, Amy H. Yoga (RYT): Jeanette, Stacey

We can design a class and time to meet the needs of your group. Minimum of four or more participants required. Call and ask for Ida to schedule.

Personal Class Sessions

5:30 p.m. Moderate Impact Aerobics w/ Strength & Toning (KS)

(Pre-registration recommended, babies welcome)

8:30 a.m. Zumba Gold® (SS) 10:00 a.m. Mommy Pilates, postnatal (KC)

WHEN PRE-PAYING FOR A FULL CLASS SESSION

$

FREE FIRST CLASS VISIT FOR NEW LADIES ($6.50 VALUE)

5 OFF FREE!

Certified Instructors Katie Crowley (KC) Sally Shock (SS) Amy Hernandez (AH) Ida Smith (IS) Jeanette Lamphere, RYT (JL) Kit Spoelstra (KS) Amy Reamer (AR) Michelle Woods MW) Stacey Fairbanks (SF) Marlene Young (MY)

10:00 a.m. Gentle Yoga, introduction class for beginners (SF)

Wednesdays

You may join a class already in session, and drop-ins are welcome if space is available. Please call ahead to confirm class is in session.

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Tuesdays

Please note that if you have a group of four or more ladies, we can design a class and time just for your group too!

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Mondays

Most classes require four or more prepaid participants to be held.

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3305 Spring Arbor Road, Suite 500. Please call to register and prepay. (517) 205-4377

August 15 – October 31 & November 7, 2016 – January 23, 2017

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205 N. East Avenue Jackson, MI 49201

CONTACTS: Information, registration, mammography . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fitness classes, massages, facial appointments . . . . . . . . . . . . Well woman visits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Community event sign-up . . . . . . . . . . Manager Barb Mierzwa, BSN, RN . . . .

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HENRY FORD ALLEGIANCE WOMEN’S HEALTH CENTER 3305 Spring Arbor Road, Suite 500, in the Cascade Ridge office complex, less than 1/4 mile east of Lumen Christi High School.

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3305 Spring Arbor Road, Suite 500 Jackson, MI 49203 (517) 205-4377